The Ministry of Interior has announced the renewal of curfew hours in Bimbilla Township, following advice from the Northern Regional Security Council. The renewed curfew will be in effect from 12:00 midnight to 4:00 am starting Friday, August 9, 2024. This decision, issued through an Executive Instrument, is part of ongoing efforts to maintain peace and security in the area.
The government continues to appeal to the Chiefs, Opinion Leaders, Youth, and residents of Bimbilla to remain calm and exercise restraint amid the challenges facing the community. Authorities are urging the community to adopt non-violent approaches in addressing their concerns, ensuring that peace prevails in the region.
In addition to the curfew, a strict ban has been placed on the possession of arms, ammunition, or any offensive weapons within Bimbilla Township and its surrounding areas. The Ministry has emphasized that anyone found in violation of this ban will face arrest and prosecution.
This measure is part of the government's broader strategy to curb violence and maintain law and order in Bimbilla, which has experienced tensions in recent times. The Ministry of Interior's decision underscores the importance of cooperation from all stakeholders in the region to foster a peaceful environment.
The full letter from the Ministry of Interior is provided below:
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**[Letter from the Ministry of Interior]**
The Minister for the Interior has, on the advice of the Northern Regional Security Council and by Executive Instrument, renewed the curfew hours for Bimbilla Township from 12:00 midnight to 4:00 am effective Friday, August 9, 2024.
The government continues to urge Chiefs, Opinion Leaders, Youth, and People of the area to exercise restraint in the face of the challenges confronting them and to use non-violent means to channel their energies into ensuring peace in the area.
Meanwhile, there is a total ban on all persons in the Bimbilla Township and surrounding areas from carrying arms, ammunition, or any offensive weapon, and any person found with any arms or ammunition will be arrested and prosecuted.
**Signed,**
**HENRY QUARTEY (MP)**
**MINISTER FOR THE INTERIOR**
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